# Norris takes Zandvoort pole, beating Russell

Lando Norris qualified fastest for the Dutch Grand Prix, edging out George Russell for pole position. The result puts Norris in a strong position for the race and adds a key twist to the season's title fight.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/articles/cgr7rwqyn0xo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 15:41:26 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/articles/c1l1l1r5zd4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:49:54 GMT